‘Fonterutoli’ Chianti Classico

TASTING NOTES

Stunningly well proportioned and elegant body, with dark berry aromas and fresh spice flavors, that deliver a smooth taste on the palate.

PAIRING

A very versatile wine to pair with dark sauce pastas, BBQ, boiled meats with spicy sauces and aged cold cuts.

 

Appellation Chianti Classico DOCG
Color Red
Grape Varieties 90% Sangiovese,
5% Malvasia Nera, 5% Colorino
ABV (Alcohol By Volume) 13.5%
Bottle Size (Cl) 75 cl
Vinification

Hand-picked grapes from 15 to 35 year old vineyards, from 7 different sites in the Chianti Classico area, grown between 220 and 550 meters above sea level.

Fermentation is carried at 26°C to 28°C and maceration lasts between 16 to 18 days.

A 12 months ageing period takes place in French oak barrels (225 lt and 500 lt).